On-Site Electrician
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Electrician – HMP Hindley, Wigan WN2 5TH
£30,866 - £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance
39 hours per week | Shift rota
We’re looking for an Electrician to join the team at HMP Hindley, working on a secure site delivering essential maintenance and repairs.
Hours & Shifts
- 39 hours per week
- Mon–Fri: 07:45 – 16:45
- Sat–Sun: 07:45 – 15:45
- 1 in 3 weekends (15% allowance paid)
The Role
- Planned and reactive electrical maintenance
- Fault finding and repairs across site
- Electrical testing and inspections (BS7671)
- Minor works and replacements
- Ensure systems are safe, compliant and operational
- Follow H&S procedures, RAMS and safe systems of work
- Support wider team and escort duties when required
What You’ll Need
- Level 2 Electrical Installation
- 18th Edition preferred (17th accepted with training)
- Experience in maintenance / fault finding
- Knowledge of Electric at Work Regulations
- Good understanding of H&S
- Able to work independently and at height
- Basic IT skills
Desirable:
- Fire alarm or CCTV knowledge
Why Join HMP Hindley?
- Stable, long-term contract
- Fixed site – no travelling between jobs
- Supportive team environment
- On-site gym (free use), free parking + restaurant
Benefits
- Competitive salary + annual reviews
- 24 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
- Generous pension scheme
- Career progression (Team Leader / Site Manager)
- Funded training and development
- Retail discounts, gym schemes & more
- 2 paid volunteering days per year
Security Clearance
You’ll need to pass prison security clearance and standard DBS (fully supported by Amey).
Apply Now
If you’re a qualified electrician looking for secure, long-term work in a single site, apply today.
Vacancy may close early – don’t miss out.
About Amey
Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.
What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers
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How we rate this
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